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WIND IN THE PINES: City considers closing park. PAGE 2

New bar, restaurant plans approved in Scandia

BY KYLE WEAVER CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Another bar and grill may be coming to Scandia.

The Scandia City Council last week approved preliminary plans for an expansion of the Big Marine Lake Store into a 90-seat bar and restaurant.

The rural convenience store/gas station/liquor store, on Manning Trail west of Big Marine Lake, would also add five lodging units in an upper level of the building.

The city’s planning commission held a public hearing on the proposal earlier this month, with many people voicing approval of the idea and the desire for an additional restaurant in the city.

But not all are pleased with the proposed expansion.

Neighbors Joe and Katie Reinhardt raised concerns about the impact a new bar would have on the area in terms of noise, traffic and potential crime. The addition of lodging units to the proposal was also concerning to them.

Pat Reicherts, the store owner, said during the May 16 meeting that the lodging would essentially be short-term rentals, as in hotel rooms, not apartments.

Reicherts noted that Scandia currently doesn’t have commercial lodging of any kind. He agreed that the store would have to obtain an additional permit from the state to operate the lodging units, a condition the city later added.

The council ultimately voiced its approval.

“If an existing business wants to expand, we should be delighted,” council member Bob Hegland said, after initially moving for approval before discussion

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Lion King Simba confronts Scar in the climax of "The Lion King Jr." Although the play was the last sixth grade musical performed by students at Marine Elementary School, a rite of passage that began in 1972, parents hope to continue the tradition at Grove Elementary.

Residents invited to weigh in on valued amenities, concerns Washington County is updating its comprehensive plan and invites residents to share their thoughts on the county’s best characteristics and their concerns about its future through an online “wiki map” tool. County residents will also have opportunities to provide input at community events in early June.

The interactive online tool is available on the county’s website. See www.co.washington.mn.us, by searching “comprehensive plan.”

County staff and consultants will also attend community events to gather input from county residents. Scheduled events include: • Washington County Historic Courthouse 150th Anniversary Celebration 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 3, at the Historic Courthouse, 101 W. Pine St., in Stillwater; • Safe Summer Night 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 6, at Richard Walton Memorial Park in Oakdale; • Good Neighbor Days, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 10, at Lions Park, 5524 Upper 146th St. N. in Hugo.

Additional opportunities to provide input during SEE COUNTY, PAGE 2

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Christ Lutheran Church helps the homeless and the environment

BY EDNA SINIFF CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Members of Christ Lutheran Church, Marine on St. Croix, and friends of its church family are busy a few hours every Wednesday creating mats from plastic bags. Plastic bags that contained groceries and other items carried home from shopping. Bags that we see blowing against fences, caught in tree branches or bouncing across the road as we travel. Waste bags that are contaminating our oceans and fields are repurposed to help the homeless.

Making mats for St. Stephen’s Human Services in Minneapolis is very popular at Christ Lutheran. Dozens of

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A "plarn" mat showing the many different colors of the 695 plastic bags used.

Plarn mat creators: Jeannie Davis, Marcia Carlisle, Pastor Hannah, Mary Rudeen, Leigh Delisi, and Laura Meyers.

people participate in collecting, flattening and cutting the plastic into strips. Others loop the

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pieces together creating the plarn (plastic yarn) used by the crocheters.

At least a dozen people

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use large crochet hooks to weave the plarn into SEE CHURCH, PAGE 2

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Could Wind in the Pines close?

Ongoing vandalism, trespassing issues leave city mulling options

BY KYLE WEAVER CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The vandalism, littering, trespassing and drugs coming from Scandia’s Wind in the Pines Park are a real problem and John Haus is fed up.

Haus, whose land abuts the city park off Highway 95, called for the Scandia City Council last week to

address the ongoing issues on his land or, if not, close the park entirely. “It’s all coming through Wind in the Pines,� Haus said.

Though the city park is open to the public, Haus’s land is not. The city land does not offer access to the St. Croix River.

Though clearly marked as private, Haus’s land does.

Haus has tried everything he can think of to keep people off his land, but nothing seems to work. He has been called every name in the book SEE PARK, PAGE 12

COUNTY: Weighing in

River leaders honored at SCRA annual meeting Long-time St. Croix River advocate Jim Harrison and expert volunteer Lee Lewis were honored for their outstanding contributions to the river on May 12 at the annual meeting of the St. Croix River Association on the riverboat Avalon in Stillwater, Minn.

2017 Watershed Steward Award Lee Lewis, chair of the SCRA’s Pipeline Safety Task Force, received the prestigious 2017 Watershed Stewardship Award. This annual award is given to individuals or organizations that provide outstanding contributions to protecting the river—now and for future generations.

Lewis was hailed for his leadership, organizational expertise, and his tireless efforts to research issues regarding pipeline safety along the St. Croix, Namekagon, Eau Claire, and Totogatic rivers.

JOHN KAUL Of Lewis’s efforts, SCRA Executive Director Deb Ryun said, “His work Brian Alton, Board Vice-Chair congratulates Lee Lewis (right) upon receiving 2017 Watershed Steward Award.

SEE SCRA, PAGE 7

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the planning process will be made available in the summer and fall.

The Comprehensive Plan is an official document adopted by the Washington County Board of Commissioners as a policy guide to decisions about the physical development of the county. The plan sets broad policies to direct the county’s future growth and development in the areas of land use, transportation, water resources, parks and trails, housing, economic competitiveness, and resilience and sustainability.

The comprehensive planning process was initiated by the decennial census and the Metropolitan Council’s adoption of “Thrive MSP 2040,� a vision for the Twin Cities metro area over the next 30 years.

The Met Council adopted regional policy plans in the areas of transportation, water resources, parks and housing, and issued system statements. The next step is for local governments to update their comprehensive plans to build upon the regional vision and plans.

Washington County’s planning process is just getting underway. The county is working with a consultant to manage the planning process, produce a final plan that meets the requirements of the Met Council, and engage stakeholders in the process.

Information about the planning process is available on the county’s website.

The majority of plan development activities will occur in 2017.A six-month review period will precede a public hearing on the plan, both of which will occur in 2018. The updated comprehensive plan is due to the Metropolitan Council by Dec. 31, 2018.

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CHURCH: Helping the homeless and the evironment FROM PAGE 1

large mats. Kids as young as four have cheerfully worked alongside the adults.

The first nine mats were delivered shortly after Easter. Approximately three feet by six feet, these mats are waterproof, bug resistant, mildew proof, lightweight, and easy to carry with the attached straps, also made from plastic bags.

Plarn mats placed on the ground under blankets or sleeping bags protect the sleeper from moisture and excessive cold. This safe simple barrier helps to keep the user a little warmer.

Many of them are made larger so a parent and child can cuddle on the same mat. Plarn mats are not limited to outdoor use.

Leigh Delisi heads up the Christ Lutheran project. The idea is not original. In January she saw a post on Facebook about a church in Tennessee making plarn mats. “I thought it was cool and mentioned it at church the following Sunday. The immediate response was ‘When do we start?’� Delisi paused a moment. Her next

thought was “Yeah, we should start now!�

A few Sundays later she was in front of the church body holding up a plarn mat and inviting members to join in.

The response was overwhelming.

Each matt uses 600 to a thousand bags. “It’s distressing how many bags are in the waste stream,� said Delisi. “We’re helping the environment and fighting against the social problem of homelessness at the same time.� And that isn’t mentioning the joy that fills the church while the plarn makers and plarn crocheters chatter with each other as they work.

When the first nine mats were finished, “We blessed them and prayed that they would provide a little more comfort to those in need,� explained Delisi.

Breanna Jaijairam, MSW, LGSW, Manager - Street Outreach for St. Stephen’s Human Services reported “the people using the plarn mats really like them. They are working out great for the folks we are serving.

Some folks are using them as a bed roll to sleep on top of whereever they land at night and some folks are using them as a barrier between their

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tent and sleeping bag as the ground is still relatively cool at night.�

Knowing they are being used and are helpful is encouraging to the plarn mat workers.

The group is making sure the plastic scraps do not go into a landfill. Left over pieces are packed in a plastic bag and placed in bins at Target. “Target Corporation officials told me this plastic is recycled into composite

decking material,� added Delisi.

As the project grows, so does the creativity of the crocheters. At first the mats were grey as there are lots of grey bags. Now the crocheters have taken the design up a notch. The mats now show different colors and patterns. “I tease them,� said Delisi. “Someone’s going to weave a portrait of Martin Luther into a mat.�

Homelessness by the numbers Christ Lutheran Church, Marine on St. Croix, members and friends are fighting homelessness while helping the environment, one plarn mat at a time. Christ Lutheran chose St. Stephen’s Human Services to recieve the mats. St. Stephen’s mission is to end homelessness.

889

individuals moved from sleeping outside to shelter by St. Stephen’s in 2016.

70

the average number of people helped monthly through a parnership between St. Stephen’s and Hennepin County Library—Minneapolis Central, a pilot project helping homeless library users.

337

cases managed by St. Stephen’s Street Outreach team, including 111 veterans.

2,373

people entered their housing program. This number included 46 veterans and 1,715 children.

9,312

people were reported homeless in Minnesota in 2015, according to Wilder Research (mnhomeless.org).

3,296 children (17 and under) with parents.

213 unaccompanied minors, an increase

of 56 percent since 2012. The number of minors counted outside of the shelter system increased by 38 percent since 2012.

799 young adults (18-21), according to Wilder.

4,108 adults ages 22-54, according the tally.

843 adults 55 and older, according to Wilder.

8,000,000 tons of plastic reaches our

oceans every year, according to Ocean Plastic Research.

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New wrap on the old-fashioned sack race

PowerUp Week kicked off on May 5 with the PowerUp Family Cinco de Mayo Triathlon, which brought out more than 75 kids and family members to run, walk and roll. Chomp led children in a warm-up before they pedaled off on the first leg of the race, completed a kid-sized run/walk and ended with a fun burrito bounce (sack race) across the finish line on the beach at Square

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Scandia Farmers Market Plant Sale

Used book sale

The Scandia Farmers Market will offer two plant sales prior to the market’s official season opening. The first is May 24, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Gammelgården Museum (20880 Olinda Trail, Scandia).

The Friends of the Osceola Library’s used book sale during Rhubarb Days will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the RCU parking lot on 4th Ave. Lots and lots of books for everyone. All proceeds support Osceola Public Library.

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JUNE 4

Memorial Day Observance

Herp Hike

Memorial Day will be observed at Oakland Cemetery in Marine on St. Croix at 10:30 a.m.

Join Warner Nature Center for a fun afternoon learning about amphibians and reptiles.

The event will begin with a short program indoors meeting our live captive herps, followed by a hike through Warner’s forest, prairies, and wetlands, concluding with catching tadpoles and frogs in our lake and pond. 3 - 5 p.m.

Registration deadline: June 2. There is a small fee. To register, call (651) 433-2427, ext. 10.

MAY 31 Scandia Farmers Market Plant Sale The Scandia Farmers Market will offer two plant sales prior to the market’s official season opening. The second is Wed., May 31, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Gammelgården Museum (20880 Olinda Trail, Scandia).

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Big Marine Lake Association garage sale

Dragonfly Bioblitz

A fundraiser to help the BMLA fight aquatic invasive species. Friday, June 2, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, June 3, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Vets Camp Pavillion. Last minute donations can be brought to the sale.

ponds and lakes. You will learn where and when to best look for dragonflies, how to catch and handle them, and basic identification. Insect nets will be available—or bring one if you have one. Program is ongoing so you can stay for the entire program or leave at any time. Bring a bag lunch, 10-11 a.m. instructional overview (recommended). Field collection 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Registration deadline: June 9. All ages; free.

Olinda Trail, Scandia).

JUNE 10 River Readers celebration

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Families are invited to the Marine Community Library’s party to highlight summer programs for kids, from 9 a.m. to noon. There will be special entertainment with Dazzling Dave the Yo Yo Master and Bob from the Wildlife Science Center bringing Animals Nobody Loves. Also, activities, prizes, music and food. For all ages.

Free. At the Marine Gazebo.

Scandia Farmers Market opens

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The Scandia Farmers Market opens June 7. The open-air market featuring local farmers, crafters and artisans will continue run Wednesdays, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. through Sept. 20 at the Gammelgården Museum (20880

Enjoy the delights of late spring as you paddle the calm waters of Warner Nature Center’s Lake Terrapin at sunset. With luck we’ll hear loons and see beavers. Instruction and all equipment pro-

Adult Paddles

vided. Register with a friend to enjoy a beautiful evening on the lake.

Tues., June 13, OR Tues., Aug. 15, 6-8 p.m. Registration deadlines: June 12 and August 14. Ages 18+ $10 WNC Friends/ Science Museum members; $12 nonmembers.

JUNE 15 Library Story Time Join the Marine Community Library to kick off summer Story Times!

Every Thursday for six weeks, 10 to 11 a.m. All ages welcome, stories are targeted to preschool aged kids. June 15 at the Marine Gazebo. No RSVP. June 22 at the Gammelgården Gazebo in Scandia.

JUNE 26-30 Fly fishing for adults Join us for three evenings to learn the basics of fly fishing. This in-

cludes a review of equipment and how to rig it, fly tying basics and tying a fly or two, casting instruction, and finally spending an evening fishing hefty sunfish and bass with flies you have tied. All fly rods and reels are provided. June 2630; Mon, Wed. and Fri., 6:30-9 p.m. Registration deadline: June 22. Ages 18+ $80 WNC Friends/ Science Museum members; $90 non-members.

JULY 26 Fascinating World of Native Bees

Friends of Scandia Parks & Trails Free Lecture Series will hold their second event on Wednesday, July 26, 6:30 p.m. at Prairie Restoration Inc. in Scandia, featuring Heather Holm, a horticulturist, biologist, writer, designer, and publisher.

Warner Nature Center is home to dozens of species of dragonflies of all sizes and colors, including some that had never been found in Minnesota until recently. Join us for a fun day of dragonfly observation and collecting along Warner’s

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‘Threat to civilized society?’

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mong the news stories bubbling to the surface last week is the latest sign of the apocalypse: man sues woman for texting during date.

Brandon Vezmar complained to his date, Crystal Cruz, about her persistent phone use during their first date – a pizza and a showing of “Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2.” About 15 minutes into the movie, Cruz began texting and Vezmar told her she should leave the theater to text.

She left and did not return.

Vezmar sent a text message the next day, seeking the cost of his date’s ticket. When Cruz failed to respond, Vezmar filed a claim in court for $17.31.

According to the lawsuit, the texting was a "direct violation" of the cinema's policy and she "adversely" affected his and other patrons' experience.

Publisher viewing "While damages sought are modest, the principle is important as Tom Stangl defendant's behavior is a threat to civilized society," the petition said.

Cruz said she only texted two or three times with her friend who was having a fight with her boyfriend.

"I had my phone low and I wasn't bothering anybody," she said The court’s time was saved when the TV show Inside Edition arranged for Vezmar to get his money (on camera, of course) from Ms. Cruz.

In the only ending that could arise from a story like this, Vezmar counted the money in front of Cruz.

Class act all around here.

First, I agree that people should not be on their phones in movie theaters. The light from the phone screen immediately draws my attention from the big screen, the one I am paying to see.

Since this was the first (and more than likely last) date for this couple, perhaps they should have simply had dinner.

But our ever dwindling attention spans seem to force us to resort to the smart phone, which has been called the “adult pacifier” by some for its soothing effect on people.

Technology is a wonderful thing, but nearly every time an innovation occurs, its intended use soon becomes coopted to something very different.

I’m sure the folks who invented texting thought “hey, here’s a wonderful way to transmit small messages – think of the time people will save not having to call each other.”

I doubt anyone could have foreseen distracted driving killing and injuring people and simple courtesy going by the wayside as people pay more attention to their devices than they do to humans they are actually with in the same room.

As to Vezmar’s assertion that texting is a “threat to civilized society,” I can only say welcome to the human race. Civilized society has been on life support for decades, and clogging the courts with lawsuits for $17.31 because your movie was spoiled probably isn’t helping civil discourse.

In the end, we all need to make a conscious decision to simply treat each other the way we would like to be treated. If we could break free of the gravitational pull of our own self-centeredness to do this one act of common courtesy and compassion, I doubt we would be reading stories like this one anymore.

But hey, that’s my opinion. I could very well be wrong.

Please turn your phone off the next time you go to a movie. The judicial system will thank you.

As always, I welcome your comments. You can reach me by email at tstangl@theameryfreepress. com, telephone 715-268-8101 or write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery, WI, 54001.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Vennelag offers thanks Vennelag 546, Sons of Norway, sends thanks to the many friends who joined us at

our 21st Annual Heritage Festival.

As the Norwegians say, “tusen takk,” which means a thousand thanks and that indeed is most appropriate at this time.

Many danced to the music of Florien Chmielewski’s band and all enjoyed Norwegian delicacies on the bountiful Smorgasbord table.

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Chronic Wasting Disease and the DNR

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hitetail deer are as much a part of the history of Wisconsin, Minnesota and Michigan as lakes, rivers and streams. A picture of a large buck or of a doe and a tiny fawn are what vacationers seek right here where we live.

So when Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) hit the upper Midwest and threatened our deer herd and our hunting traditions, people wanted to learn more about the disease and its effect on our lives related to the wilds.

What is Chronic Wasting Disease?

It’s a transmissible spongiform encephalopathy that affects some wildlife but most importantly whitetail deer, mule deer, elk, moose, black Wild River tailed deer and a few other members of the deer family, as was reported Trails in this column two weeks ago. It's always fatal in deer.

Jim Bennett Not long ago the Wisconsin DNR, along with other interested parties, formulated a plan that revolved around the following.

First and foremost is to prevent new introductions of

CWD into the state. First was to prevent the transport of harvested deer from infected counties to other counties in Wisconsin as well as carcasses brought into our state from other infected states and provinces. It also looks as if there will soon be a statewide ban of deer feeding to prevent spreading of the disease.

Hunting and harvests will also be used to heavily manage deer herds where CWD exists and those areas where CWD is found will be more closely monitored.

Going hand in hand with more hunting controls will be increased testing and monitoring of known CWD areas. There will also be new regulations regarding the use of urine-based products to guarantee they are coming from CWD free zones. There will also be more security and testing of captive deer facilities. This is just a few of the control methods listed on the DNR website.

Next people want to know, “How does this affect me?” So far CWD has not been found in most of the state. The Madison, Wisconsin area is the epicenter of our CWD zone. In a future column I will write about my conversation with a hunter who lives and SEE BENNETT, PAGE 5

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Zippy BBQ chicken keeps hubby and company happy

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ompany is coming, what to cook? Some days, it should be more like what shouldn’t I cook.

In the past, I’ve gotten myself in over my head with menu choices.

My husband and I have an agreement about when we entertain. I may not hide out in the kitchen and cook when company arrives. It used to be that I couldn’t wait to cook up a super-duper meal, which meant that I was probably not visiting with the company.

I have learned when we have company, I stick to the basics, make something really easy or prepare some items ahead of time. Grilling Wild Chow BBQ is perfect for company.

I usually make a cold salad, like Lisa Erickson potato salad and a fresh garden salad or slice fresh tomatoes early in the day and put them in serving dishes in the fridge.

I prep the meat with a dry rub. For dessert, I bake a cake ahead of time and serve it with some fresh berries or fruit. All I do is serve the food when it’s time for dinner. My hubby cooks the meat. It’s a win-win for everyone.

I like this recipe because it has some zip. The vinegar gives it some pizzazz and the spices make the cool side salads taste even better.

Raymond Cooper for Mayor!

In June 1998, the mayor of my hometown was none other than “Silver Tongue” Dick Bland.

When he first ran for mayor in 1994, his campaign slogan was “Everybody’s Friend,” and that seemed like a pretty good description of our leader.

“Silver Tongue,” as just about everyone called him, did pretty well as mayor. Sure, there were a few folks who got on the wrong side of Bland over the years, but overall he was loved by just about everybody.

I suppose I should have said he was loved by just about everybody before 1998. That’s when Raymond Cooper started taking shots at the mayor on his daily Renderings with Raymond radio show.

Though his listening audience wasn’t aware, Cooper had firmly set his sights on the mayor’s seat, and that meant Dick Bland needed to get out of the way. It’s amazing how a nice guy like Dick Bland could be made out to be a scoundrel through the power of the airwaves, but that’s exactly what happened to “Silver Tongue.”

Iris Long, editor of The Lennox Valley Hometown News, was no fan of Raymond and could see he was using his radio show to cause tension among the good folks of The Valley. So on June 3, 1998, Long published an interview with Dick Bland titled:

“Silver Tongue” Debunks Cooper’s Tomfoolery

Dry Chicken Rub Serves 8 2 Tbsp. seasoned salt ½ Tbsp. garlic powder 1 Tbsp. onion powder 1 Tbsp. paprika 1 tsp. dried rosemary 1 tsp. thyme 1 tsp. pepper Combine the spices and set aside.

Quarter 2 whole chickens (2 breasts with wing and legs with thigh meat). Rub dry spice mixture all over chicken and set aside for two hours. Meat cooks best when it has come to room temp; I let my chicken sit out for only one hour before cooking. You can put the rub on early in the day, but refrigerate it until then.

Heat the grill to hot and reduce the heat when you put the chicken on to medium low. Cook until juices run clear or meat registers 170 degrees on a meat thermometer. Brush with BBQ sauce and serve.

In the interview, Mayor Bland fielded several questions about the Federal Reserve System. Long’s favorite quote was, “I have never been approached or contacted by the Federal Reserve System, though I would gladly lend my expertise if asked.”

Several good folks of The Valley giggled as they read about their mayor offering his assistance to the “feds.” Like many small-town mayors, it was all Bland could do to stay on top of local issues.

The mayor went on to describe the “outlandish” idea that egg prices had anything to do with the federal government. He noted that a dozen eggs were selling at the Country Store for $1.09. He went on to share in 1992, eggs sold for 94 cents. That, he told Long, was a 16 percent rise in six years, while in-

flation over that same period was 17 percent.

If the Federal Reserve System was inflating egg prices over that period, it seemed to “Silver Tongue” the price would be significantly higher than $1.09.

“If anything,” he continued, “the feds have been holding the price of a dozen eggs below the inflation rate.”

They didn’t call Mayor Bland “Silver Tongue” for nothing. He knew how to drive a point home.

And, for once, it was a valid point.

Eggs had actually increased in price less than the cost of inflation over the previous six years. If the Federal Reserve System was purposely inflating the price of eggs, they would surely outpace the rate of inflation.

Anyone reading the June 3 edition of The Hometown News would think Dick Bland had hit a home run, knocking the negative murmurings of Raymond Cooper right out of the park. Little did “Silver Tongue” or Iris Long realize they had played right into Cooper’s hands.

“Friends,” began Raymond on his Wednesday show, “I feel as though my reputation has been assassinated in today’s so-called ‘Hometown News’.”

Bland didn’t have the only “Silver Tongue” in town. Raymond Cooper knew listeners would subliminally associate “assassinate” with politics.

“What did I do to deserve this type of attack?” asked Cooper.

“You would think our mayor and chief news informer would have more important things to do than besmirch my reputation,” he said.

“Why are they so worried about me? I’m just one citizen trying to speak out against injustice.”

The first caller, Elbert Lee Jones, was furious the local “rag” would attack a champion of the people like Raymond Cooper. He called for the mayor’s and the editor’s immediate resignations.

Cooper was quick to remind his caller that the mayor had a right to his opinion, no doubt influenced by some connection with the Federal Reserve System. And expecting Bland to resign wasn’t realistic, as a new election was being held in just five months.

“Maybe,” accelerated Raymond in a calm, firm voice, “someone

will rise up to speak for the people in the upcoming election,” although he admitted having no idea who that person would be.

“I nominate you!” blurted the next caller, Earl Goodman. “You are the leader we need.”

Goodman delivered the mail in Lennox Valley, making him the only federal employee in town.

For a lot of folks, his opinion carried a lot of weight.

“That’s flattering,” Cooper said, “but I’ve never given political office a moment’s thought,” lying through his teeth. “I’m sure there’s a more worthy candidate out there.”

The next caller, Marvin Walsh, was even more intense. “I second Earl’s nomination!”

Cooper, feigning meekness, was silent for a moment, rare for Raymond, before responding in a soft, firm voice, “I just don’t know. I somehow feel it’s more important for me to be a watchdog, keeping our government in check.”

Callers would have none of that.

“Mayor Cooper,” Thelma Biggers almost shouted into her phone, no doubt partially a result of her hearing loss, “we need you to be our mayor. Not that silver-tongued Devil!”

“Wow,” answered Raymond. “I had no idea the citizens of this community felt so strongly about this.”

Cooper paused dramatically, letting the tension increase. Raymond knew how to create the perfect atmosphere to stir listeners.

“If my town needs me,” Cooper shouted, “how can I turn away?”

Who would have thought not one Valley resident would call in about the new Methodist preacher on June 3? Raymond had once again proven effective at turning emotions in his favor.

It was finally summer, and things were really heating up among the good folks of Lennox Valley.

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BENNETT: Chronic Wasting Disease prevention at the DNR

Spicy Kentucky BBQ Sauce FROM PAGE 4

2 tsp. coarse salt 2 Tbsp. brown sugar 1 tsp. pepper ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper 1 Tbsp. cornstarch 1 stick butter ½ cup white vinegar In a small sauce pan over medium heat cook the butter until it has a deep golden brown color and has a nutty aroma, about 4 minutes. Add salt, sugar, pepper, cayenne pepper, and cornstarch; cook for about 30 seconds until slight thickened. Slowly add the vinegar and bring to a simmer. Let cool. If the butter solidifies, heat the sauce back to a simmer. Brush over grilled chicken and serve alongside for dipping.

Lisa Erickson is a food columnist who loves adventure and food. You can find more recipes at www.wildchow.com or email her at wildchowrecipes@gmail. com.

hunts there. So far here in Western Wisconsin there has been a small issue of CWD in an area where Polk, Burnett and Barron counties come together. Luckily that area has not shown any indications of the spreading of the disease to other areas.

You can expect to see

more information regarding the state’s plan to help control the disease and prevent further spreading of CWD in our states deer herd. Hunters can expect the DNR to request sampling tissues from deer you harvest in some areas. I would not be surprised if that request would be changed to required tissue sampling if the DNR does

not get enough help from hunters on the volunteer approach we have now.

Can humans be affected from CWD by contaminated deer? Most reports coming across this desk say that it is unlikely as long as you don’t ingest tissues that harbor CWD, e.g., brain, spinal cord, eyes, spleen, tonsils and lymph nodes, but according to the Center for Dis-

ease Control and Prevention more studies have to be conducted. I will monitor that aspect for future columns.

Jim Bennett is an outdoorsman who lives and worked in the St. Croix River Valley and can be reached at jamesbennett24@gmail.com.

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Big Marine Lake Association hosts garage sale to fight invasive species

The annual Big Marine Lake Association Garage Sale is scheduled for June 2 and 3 at the Vets Camp Pavilion.

The BMLA is raising money to fight invasive species.

We need your STUFF to sell — donations will make the event a success. BMLA will accept anything that has value and that someone would likely buy: tools, furniture, recreational equipment, cooking utensils, housewares, books, clothes, plants, etc.

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KYLE WEAVER

Heritage Festival Left: The Sons of Norway Vennelag No. 1-546 held their 21st annual Heritage Festival at the Scandia Community Center on May 16. Patrons consumed a traditional buffet of lefse, herring, sausages and open-faced sandwiches. Right: Florian Chmielewski, of the Chmielewski Funtime Band, played the dinner music during the Sons of Norway Heritage Festival. Chmielewski celebrated his 90th birthday recently.

FREON SHORTAGE FOR A/C EQUIPMENT!

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• We have already seen a 300% price increase.

• We can only purchase a limited amount of R22 because the supply is very low.

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Scandia seeks input The City of Scandia is seeking 10-12 residents 55+ in age to participate in a focus group to help with updating the Comprehensive Plan. The focus groups will participate in personal interviews within the group to discuss specific issues for the plan.

The 55+ demographic group represents close to 50 percent of the city population with the percentage projected to grow in the future. A recent housing needs study prepared for Washington County indicates there is a currently a significant need for additional senior housing in the northeast portion of the county with the need increasing in the future. The study indicates that the need is nearly equally split between active senior housing and service enhanced living.

The focus group discussion will be held on a date to be determined in June and will take between 2-3 hours. If you are interested in participating in a focus group, please send an email with your contact information to mail@ci.scandia.mn.us or call the city offices at 651.433.2274.

The association ready to take new or gently used items at the following locations: Rich Burton's 12624 182nd or Christy Hurley's 19126 Layton Ave. or Mark & Linda Marotzke's 18911 Newgate Ave N. Last minute donations can be brought to the sale on the day of sale.

Questions on donations or to volunteer call Linda or text 651 470-8111. We need help pricing items ahead of time, with set-up the night before or helping at the sale or cooking.

It's fun and a great way to meet your lake neighbors while helping fight invasive species.

And don't forget to come to the GARAGE SALE Friday June 2, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

It's a great opportunity to find some treasure to buy, meet your lake neighbors, see the Vets Camp, get a bite to eat (delicious burgers cooked on the grill while you shop!), in the Vets cantina. And it's all for a great cause .... keeping the invasive species out of Big Marine Lake!

Registration opens for Scandia summer programs Summer break will soon be here. Don’t delay planning some fun summer activities. Check out the City of Scandia’s summer recreation programs.

Registration is now open. Again this year, activities are offered in partnership with Camp Lakamaga, including full-day and half-day

camps.

Detailed information on all the programs and registration forms are on the City of Scandia’s website (www.ci.scandia.mn.us). Pre-registration is required for all programs. Fees and registration deadlines vary. Call Judi Negus at 651-433-2274 with any questions.

COUNCIL: Big Marine Lake Store expansion plans approved FROM PAGE 1

even began.

Noting the comments from those who opposed the idea, council member Steve Kronmiller agreed with Hegland.

“Everyone can stand up and say, ‘I don’t want it in my back yard,’” Kronmiller said. “But I think this is a great place for a restaurant, actually,” The city added two dozen conditions to the proposal, including adding a 6-foot privacy fence along the south property line, prohibiting any outdoor amplified music, and requiring that all outdoor lighting be recessed.

This is not the first time the Big Marine Lake Store has expanded.

In 2007, the convenience store/ gas station expanded into liquor

sales and added office space to the building’s upper level.

Other business: • The city received a clean bill of health from its 2016 financial audit from Schlenner, Wenner & Co. • The council hired Christina Mazzucco-Lemke to serve as the city’s part-time seasonal parks employee. Mazzucco-Lemke will earn $11.25 per hour up to 67 days.

• The council accepted a bid of $6,335 from Century Fence to replace a chain link back stop on the city’s South Ball Field.

• The council accepted two bids of $3,325 to RCM Specialties and $4,000 to Fahrner Asphalt, for spray patching of a number of city roads. The council accepted both bids to compare the work of the two companies. A $56,833 bid from

Northwest Asphalt for road patching was also accepted.

• As part of the city’s comprehensive plan development, the council approved the development and circulation of a survey of city residents. The survey will be available online and will be mailed out to city households.

• The council appointed Kronmiller to serve as the city’s representative on the Forest Lake Cable Commission.

• The council approved a permit for Gammelgarden Museum’s “Running of the Meatballs” raffle, to take place at Taco Daze on Sept.

9.

The next Scandia City Council meeting will be held June 7 at 6:30 p.m.

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SCRA: Leaders honored FROM PAGE 2

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Millstream Day Kids tie a Morris dancer to the Maypole with blue and purple ribbons at Millstream Day. The 20th annual celebration was busy in spite of an intermittent drizzle and chilly air.

HOLIDAY HOURS In observance of Memorial Day, the following OMC services will be closed Monday, May 29: • Osceola Walk-In Clinic • Osceola Clinic Pharmacy • Osceola & Scandia Clinics If you need immediate assistance, our Emergency Department in Osceola will be available 24/7.

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has been crucial in expanding understanding of pipeline safety, potential threats, safeguards, and viable actions for Riverway spill response. Lee’s efforts greatly enhanced SCRA’s ability to create new partnerships. Because of Lee, we are able to act as an informed advocate for the riverway on this crucial issue.”

Lee Lewis’s successful career in the non-profit arena included work with The Amherst H. Wilder Foundation and Allina Hospice, and a decade-long tenure as Executive Director of Clare Housing in Minneapolis.

Lee and his partner, Steve Bubul, have a cabin at the confluence of the Upper Tamarack and St. Croix Rivers, near Markville, Minnesota.

Lifetime Achievement Award Also at Friday night’s meeting, Jim Harrison of Shoreview, long-time Executive Director of the Minnesota-Wisconsin Boundary Area Commission, was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Harrison has devoted much of his life to protecting the St. Croix River. He joined the MWBAC in 1968 and was named Executive Director in 1971, a position he held for 30 years. Throughout his tenure there and in his retirement years, Harrison worked tirelessly to create public partnerships and secure support to protect the Riverway, particularly the Lower St. Croix.

Harrison was instrumental in facilitating the inclusion of the Lower St. Croix in the National Wild and Scenic River System (the first addition to the system after it was created), and in the formation of the St. Croix Basin Water Resources Planning Team, among others. He lobbied extensively for increased funding for land acquisition, and to create successful interstate riverway management partnerships and agreements. He is also a past president of the SCRA, and provided critical leadership in the Association’s 2009 re-structuring.

“For nearly a half a century, this elder statesman has been a passionate voice for the river,” said Ryun. “He has mentored countless river stewards, and leaves a legacy that touches us all.”

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County will receive grant to assure accuracy of addresses in database

PUBLIC NOTICES CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 1. The exact name under which the business is or will be conducted: Stephen Nieman.

2. The address of the principal place of business: 15204 NE 181st Loop, Brush Prairie, WA 98606.

3. The complete name and street address of all persons conducting business under the assumed name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address: Stephen Nieman, 15204 NE 181st Loop, Brush Prairie, WA 98606.

4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities, I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath: Stephen Nieman.

Dated May 8, 2017.

Filed with the State of Minnesota.

Published in The Country Messenger May 17 and May 24, 2017 CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 1. The exact name under which the business is or will be conducted: The House of Payne.

2. The address of the principal place of business: 6966 Wyndham Way, Woodbury, MN 55125.

3. The complete name and street address of all persons conducting business under the assumed name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address: Robert Kent Payne, 6966 Wyndham Way, Woodbury, MN 55125.

4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities, I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath: Cheyenne Moseley.

Dated April 12, 2017.

Filed with the State of Minnesota.

Published in The Country Messenger May 17 and May 24, 2017 CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 1. The exact name under which the business is or will be conducted: GrandmaDear.

2. The address of the principal place of business: 15445 Freedom Drive N., Hugo, MN 55038.

3. The complete name and street address of all persons conducting business under the assumed name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address: Risk Assessment Consulting, LLC, 15445 Freedom Drive N., Hugo, MN 55038.

4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities, I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath: Cheyenne Moseley.

Dated April 12, 2017.

Filed with the State of Minnesota.

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CITY OF SCANDIA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

BY THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the City of Scandia will meet in the Board Room of the Scandia Community/Senior Center, 14727 209th St. N., on Tuesday, June 6, 2017 beginning at 7:00 p.m. to consider the following: Request by Owner Janice I. Riermann and Applicants Michelle Carlson and Rick Riermann for approval of a Minor Subdivision to create Lot 1, a 9.66-acre parcel and Outlot A, a 0.05-acre outlot, from an existing 55acre parcel located at 20211 Maxwill Avenue North, Scandia, MN. The property being subdivided is more specifically described as follows:

located on an 8.2-acre site within the 24.5acre parcel, and would include solar panels and related infrastructure.

The property is more specifically described as follows: Parcel Identification 06.032.20.42.0002

Anyone wishing to express their opinion on this proposal will be heard at the public hearing. This notice is given pursuant to the Development Code of the City of Scandia.

Information about this request may be examined during office hours at the Scandia Community Center, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., except holidays.

Brenda Eklund Deputy Clerk Dated: May 17, 2017

Part of Government Lot 5, Section 21, Township 32, Range 20, Washington County, MN. Anyone wishing to express their opinion on this proposal will be heard at the public hearing. This notice is given pursuant to the Development Code of the City of Scandia.

Information about this request may be examined during office hours at the Scandia Community Center, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., except holidays.

Brenda Eklund Deputy Clerk Dated May 17, 2017 Published in The Country Messenger May 24, 2017 CITY OF SCANDIA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

BY THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the City of Scandia will meet in the Board Room of the Scandia Community/Senior Center, 14727 209th St. N., on Tuesday, June 6, 2017 beginning at 7:00 p.m. to consider the following: Request by Andy Melka of Minnesota Solar Connection, on behalf of landowner Jennifer Woolford, for approval of a Conditional Use Permit for installation of a Community Solar Garden on property located at 23845 Manning Trail North. The proposed 1.0 Megawatt Community Solar Garden would be

Published in The Country Messenger May 24, 2017 CITY OF SCANDIA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

BY THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the City of Scandia will meet in the Board Room of the Scandia Community/Senior Center, 14727 209th St. N., on Tuesday, June 6, 2017 beginning at 7:00 p.m. to consider the following: An Ordinance amending the Scandia Development Code, Chapter 2, Section 4.2 regarding development standards for Accessory Dwelling Units. The proposed ordinance amendment would consider options for the height standard of Accessory Dwelling Units.

Anyone wishing to express their opinion on the proposed amendment will be heard at the public hearing. This notice is given pursuant to the Development Code of the City of Scandia. Copies of the proposed amendment may be examined during office hours at the Scandia Community Center, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., except holidays.

Brenda Eklund Deputy Clerk May 17, 2017

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Published in The Country Messenger May 24, 2017

Washington County will receive a $50,000 grant from the Metropolitan Emergency Services Board to create a database with all the addresses in the county to assist with the 9-1-1 system.

The County Board accepted the grant May 16.

Address Points are points used to designate the location of each building, structure, landmark and other addressable sites within a county, and are necessary for Next Generation 9-1-1 capability.

Address points must be identified countywide with a high level of accuracy for the Sheriff’s Office Communication Center to dispatch services for law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services to the correct location.

Buildings or structures that have multiple addresses, such as office buildings or apartment complexes, will be given at least one address point for its primary address. Additionally, address points will be placed on each building or units within the complexes to assist in identifying the location or routing the call.

The county will use the money to supplement its staff through the use of temporary employees or interns to create the address dataset for Washington County.

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Notre Dame coach Parseghian 29. Computer hardware company

35. Policeman 36. Black tropical American cuckoo 37. Popular basketball player Jeremy 38. Electrocardiogram 40. Cheese dish 41. Prickly shrub 42. Atomic mass unit 43. Nostrils 44. Enchantresses 45. Emphatic typeface 47. One of the Florida Keys 48. Soft, fine material 49. Moutainous tract in Jordan 52. Breezes through 53. Professional assn. for tech pros 54. Class of comb jellies 55. Formerly (archaic)

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Forests of the past, suburbs of the future

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found myself in a newish residential development in Osceola last week when village officials planted a tree in Pheasant Run Park.

It was the usual Arbor Day photo op, but to my knowledge the first in Pheasant Run. So in spite of hail in the forecast I headed out to watch shovels hit dirt. The show started a bit early due to the incoming weather, but I made it in time to hear Village President Gary Beckmann reflect on what a nice development Pheasant Run is.

Shifting my gaze to the houses around us, I realized the scene looked familiar. Large homes with sprawling yards, similar to the ones I see from the kitchen window of my Editor grandparents’ farmhouse in ScanSuzanne Lindgren dia. A house that no longer belongs to my grandparents, on land that is no longer a dairy farm — or any farm at all.

After my grandfather died, the land was sold to a developer. My dad and brother bought some of it back, a 10-acre parcel on which the house, barn and granary sat. I’m hazy on the details, but the rest of the land was divided into lots. Pheasant Glen, I think they called it.

The lots sold. My father and his twin sister were never very pleased with the changes.

“There’s a bus driving through the field,” my dad remarked once as he looked out the kitchen window, equal parts sorrowful and incredulous.

Years later I caught my aunt looking out the same

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window, forlorn. I knew what was troubling her before she told me.

As one would expect of a younger generation, I’ve been less bothered by the changes. I’m grateful to live in a house my great-grandparents built, grateful that I like our “new” (though not so new anymore) neighbors.

Still, standing there after the tree planting I couldn’t help but imagine Pheasant Run without the houses.

“What was it before?” I asked. “A farm?”

President Beckmann and Joel West, the village administrator, said it probably was. After all, that’s what most of the land around here was.

And in my mind’s eye I saw a time-lapse history of the St. Croix Valley, prompted in part by a news article I’d seen in a hundred-year-old edition of the Sun the week before, “Dairying Pays in Polk County,” highlighting the transition from logging to farming.

I saw the pine forests fall as the trees were logged and sent downriver. Farmers followed with cattle that grazed the newly cleared fields. A generation or two later, houses popped up in multiples as farm families gave in to the ever-growing pressure to develop.

I wonder what’s next, as the demand to house an increasing population grows stronger.

In town and city meetings, I see elected representatives dealing with this pressure in different ways.

Some celebrate the new growth, others try to minimize it, holding fast to the rural history of this valley.

Is there a way to design a balance?

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AREA CHURCHES Ascension Episcopal Church

Forest Hills United Methodist Church

Lord of the Lakes Lutheran Church (LCMS)

Osceola United Methodist Church

St. Joseph Catholic Church

214 North Third Street N, Stillwater (651) 439-2609 • www.ae-church.org Rev. Marilyn Baldwin Rev. Buff Grace, Rector Rev. Brenda Hoffman Mindy Boynton, Christian Ed/Youth Nancy Whipkey, Music Sunday: 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist, no music 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist, with music

Hwy. 97 at County Road 34 S.E. Forest Lake (651) 464-5249 Pastor: Rev. David Werner www.foresthillsumc.net 10:15 a.m. Sunday worship

25402 Itasca Avenue Forest Lake, MN 55025 651-462-3535 / lordofthelakes.org Pastor Craig Bertram Regular Worship 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

Communion First and Third Sundays 9:00 a.m. Coffee Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Adult Bible Class

306 River Street Osceola, WI (715) 755-2275 osceolaunitedmethodistchurch@gmail.com Sunday: Worship 10 a.m.

Fellowship at 11 a.m.

490 Bench St., Taylors Falls, MN (651) 465-7345 Sat. Mass 5:30 p.m.

Sun. Mass 7:30 a.m.

Maranatha Church Chisago Lakes Campus

Lake Elmo (651) 430-9950 5900 Lake Elmo Avenue N. (Hwy 36 & County Road 17) Pastor Jon Neitzel, Teen Pastor Greg Hamm Children’s Pastor Karen Hynes Sunday Worship and Childrens’ Church 9:30 a.m. Nursery available.

Saturday Worship and Children’s Church, 6:00 p.m.

Sunday Teen Service 7:00 p.m.

The Baha’i Faith For information about Baha’i Faith or times and places of meetings call (651) 433-3686.

Christ Lutheran Church 150 Fifth Street, Marine (651) 433-3222, office ext. 10 Pastors Joel Martin and Hannah Bartos Sunday Worship 8:15 a.m. and 9:45 a.m.

Kid’s Church during 9:45 service.

Wednesday Life Night schedule: Community Supper at 5:15 p.m.

Faith formation classes for all ages at 6:30 p.m.

Elim Lutheran Church Scandia (651) 433-2723 www.elimscandia.org Senior Pastor Scott Westphal Associate Pastor Meredith McGrath Sunday Worship: Sunday Worship: 8 and 9:30 am in the Sanctuary Christian Education for all ages at 8:45 a.m.

Faith Lutheran Church (ELCA) Forest Lake (651) 464-3323 886 North Shore Drive Pastors: Rev. Philip Peterson, Rev. Paul Brown Sunday Worship: Traditional, 7:45 & 9:00 a.m.

Praise Service: 10:30 a.m.

Grace Church 722 Seminole Ave. Osceola Pastor Mark Barlow Amy Germain, Day Care Bety Greydanus, Office Manager “The Cure for the Common Church” e-mail: info@gracechurchosceola.com www.gracechurchosceola.com or call (715) 294-4222 or (715) 755-3454 Sunday: Praise and Worship Service 9 a.m. with Children’s Church Adult Bible Study 10:45 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School 10:45 a.m.

Christian Child Day Care Monday-Friday 5:30 am – 6 p.m.

Hosanna Lutheran Church (ELCA) Living, loving and serving as Jesus did... so that all may know him.

9300 Scandia Tr. N. Forest Lake (651) 464-5502 www.hosannaforestlake.net Linda Friesen, Lead Pastor Jen Collins, Associate Pastor Sept-May Worship Schedule Sunday 9:00 & 10:30 a.m.

In Great Hall (lower level) Wednesday (thru Apr) 6:00 p.m. in Garden Chapel (upper level)

Lakes Free Church www.lakesfree.org Lindstrom (651) 257-2677 29620 Olinda Trail N. Senior Pastor Richard Stanghelle, Associate Pastor Jason Carlson Sunday Worship 9 & 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9 & 10:30 a.m.

10963 Lake Blvd. (Hwy 8) Chisago City (651) 257-8605 Pastor Bill Headley Worship service 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday service 6:30 p.m.

Osceola Community Church 2492 Education Dr., Osceola, WI Larry Mederich, Pastor (715) 417-0608 • www.occconnect.org Sunday Worship 9 a.m. with provided Nursery Kids Church 9:30 a.m.

Meeting in home groups throughout the week. Call for details, 715-294-4332.

Osceola Medical Center Spiritual Care

2600 65th Avenue, Osceola, WI www.myomc.org/specialtyserv_1chapel.php 715-294-5645 fax: 715-294-5712 email: alan.hagstrom@myomc.org Chapel open daily for meditation.

River Valley Christian Church

St. Croix Falls United Methodist Church Upper St. Croix Parish 300 N. Adams St. • (715)-483-9494 Pastor Carolyn Saunders Pastor MIke Brewbaker Sunday Service 10 a.m.

St. Croix Valley Friends Meeting Stillwater (651) 439-7981 Seventh Day Adventist Church, Fifth & Laurel Streets Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m. Childcare available.

St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Franconia (651) 465-7345 Sunday Mass: 9:30 a.m.

Father Frank Wampach Three miles north on Hwy. 95 from Hwy. 97. West on Redwing 1/4 mile.

St. Joseph Catholic Cluster Osceola (715) 294-2243 Rev. Andy Anderson Saturday Mass: St. Joseph’s, 4 p.m.

St. Anne’s, Somerset 5 p.m.

Sunday Mass: Assumption, East Farmingon 8:30 a.m.

St. Anne’s, Somerset 8 & 10 a.m.

St. Joseph’s, Osceola 10:30 a.m.

Call for weekday mass and reconciliation schedules.

Trinity Lutheran Church (WELS) Osceola (715) 294-2828 300 Seminole Avenue Sunday Worship: 9 a.m.

Sunday School/Bible Class: 10:15 a.m.

Wednesday worship: 7 p.m.

Trinity Lutheran Church Stillwater (651) 439-7400 www.trinitylc.org • 115 North Fourth Street Pastors: Dan Poffenberger & Stephanie Vos, Saturday Evening Worship: 5 p.m.

Sunday Worship: 9 a.m Traditional; 10:30 a.m. The WALK Contemporary Worship Children’s Learning, Sunday 9 a.m. and on Wednesday 6 p.m.

Wednesday 7:15 p.m. “The River” Youth Worship

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City of Marine on St. Croix

MAY 16 At 7:41 a.m. a 911 line was open on Butternut Falls Trail.

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At 4:15 p.m. a dog bite was reported at William O’Brien State Park.

At 8:48 p.m. a 911 caller hung up on Manning and Mayberry Trail.

MAY 16

MAY 15 At 3:34 p.m. a referral for a vulnerable adult was made on St. Croix Trail.

At 9:37 a.m. an assault was reported on Oldfield Avenue.

At 10:02 a.m. civilian assistance was needed on

Oldfield Avenue.

At 10:24 a.m. a tree was reported on the road at 238th and Morgan Avenue.

At 4:58 p.m. a referral of a vulnerable adult at Welty Homes Pinetop was received.

At 9:34 p.m. an officer attended the city council meeting.

MAY 17 At 7:41 a.m. a driver on Manning Trail was stopped for driving after suspension.

At 7:07 p.m. a medical need was reported on Oren Road.

MAY 18 At 4:31 a.m. a medical need on 205th Street was reported.

Spotlight on Area Businesses Brookside Bar & Grill Nestled into downtown Marine, Brookside Bar & Grill has been an integral part of the community for over 80 years.

Brookside Bar & Grill satisfies a variety of meal cravings — from pizza to burgers to sandwiches, salads and more.

Food is handmade using fresh ingredients, providing the perfect rest stop when traveling by bike, boat or car.

Brookside owners, Greg Miller, Matt Miller and Jeanne MacGregor, purchased the property in 2010 and began extensive renovations on the historic building.

“We talked about it over breakfast one morning and decided to go for it,” Matt Miller said.

The site was built as a creamery in 1930 but only operated as one for about a year. The building still has a brook running through its basement, which was likely used to keep the creamery’s milk cold.

After running through the restaurant and under the street, the brook cascades into the St. Croix River.

The building was first converted to a bar and restaurant in 1939. Since acquiring new owners, the Brookside has undergone restoration in the kitchen, dining room, rest rooms, grounds, exterior and back-of-the-house.

“This [the restaurant business] was all new to us,” Matt

Miller said. “It’s been really rewarding — just diving in and figuring it out.”

Today, the restaurant runs a lively and active schedule.

With almost all Saturdays and Sundays booked, Brookside hosts live music from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Whether you’re looking for a tasty meal, a few drinks or just some entertainment, stop into the Brookside Bar & Grill, located directly across the street from the historic Mill Site in Marine and open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily.

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on 155th and May Avenue was stopped for careless driving.

Town of May

MAY 16 At 11:25 a.m. an abandoned car was reported on Panorama Avenue.

At 8:08 p.m. a missing juvenile was reported on Quail Avenue Lane.

At 9:48 p.m. an accident with no injuries was reported on Ravine Circle.

At 11:45 a.m. a driver

MAY 18

At 12:22 a.m. a driver on St. Croix and Square Lake trails who was stopped also had no insurance.

PARK: Closing considered FROM PAGE 2

by the trespassers whom he has evicted. He has put up signs and fences, only for them to be torn down or vandalized.

“Nothing is happening as far as slowing these people down,” Haus said. “People have such disregard, who knows what will stop it.”

Washington County Sheriff’s Deputy Brandon Yetter noted that he patrols the park 3-4 times per week during the summer, whenever there are cars parked in the lot. Yetter does not issue warnings to anyone down there, either. Only tickets.

Still, the fires, vandalism and loitering persist.

Ninety-five percent of the time, the people parked there are using the city land to access the river via Haus’s land, Yetter said.

“It’s so well known, and people are coming from a distance (to use it),” Yetter said. “The end-all solution would be to close that access.”

The council and city staff indicated that closing the park might have to be an option, albeit a reluctant one.

City Administrator Neil Soltis suggested that the public works staff could spend a day to “try obliterating the trail” by piling fallen trees and brush on the heavily rutted foot paths, to perhaps eliminate the temptation of further hiking.

Soltis also suggested that the signs on Highway 95 marking the park entrance could be fitted with a “No River Access” warning, in addition to signage inside the park. Either that or they could ask the Minnesota Department of Transportation to take the signs down entirely.

“I suggest we do all these things and if it doesn’t work, we go to plan B,” Soltis said.

During the council’s May 16 meeting, Scandia Parks & Recreation Committee Chair Ryan Jinks asked that his committee be given an opportunity to discuss the issue and come up with ideas.

“We don’t really want to close a park like this,” council member Steve Kronmiller said.

Haus said the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources also needs to step up, given that the nearby Falls Creek State Natural Area is also part of the issue.

“I need help from you guys to get them moving,” he said.

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